Welcome to the Department of Physics at the University College Cork. The Department of Physics is one of Ireland's largest, most dynamic centres of scientific development with a focus on excellence in both education and research, and a particularly strong track record in PhD education. The strength of our undergraduate degree programmes in both physics and astrophysics attracts a large cohort of talented students to study physics at UCC. Our research strength also attracts many international post-doctoral fellows and visiting scientists to our department, making it a large, cosmopolitan place for the advancement of science. The Department of Physics plays an important strategic role in the region through its extensive interactions with industry both nationally and internationally.  

• Undergraduate CoursesThe Department of Physics offers a number of exciting undergraduate degree programmes in Physics, Astrophysics and Physics Education.
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• The Crawford ObservatoryThe Crawford Observatory remains the only observatory on any university campus in Ireland. It was re-opened in 2006 by the Minister for Education and Science.
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• Research OpportunitiesWe offer varied research opportunities for graduates in conjunction with the research groups established in the Department.
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